Energy Sector and COMAH Senior Advisors - 25692
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National
All
All
Staff Grade 6
Permanent
Full Time, Part Time/Job Share
Environment & Sustainability
£47,646
Do you want to effectively regulate the energy sectors to create a better place?
The UK’s strategy to deliver Net Zero is driving a transformation in the energy sectors as they’re responsible for 24% of UK Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions. They’ll need to fully decarbonise by 2050 whilst doubling electricity production. Concerns about energy security provide additional pressures to quickly transition to new sustainable sources of power, whilst maximising domestic sources of energy.
Through effective regulation, we must ensure that energy sectors protect people and the environment from emissions, as well as mitigating and adapting to the impacts of climate change.
We’re recruiting for 5 permanent/fixed-term vacancies (further information in additional information document):
Experienced sector leads;
•Large and medium combustion plant
•Waste incineration
•Refineries and fuel production (fixed-term)
•The Control of Major Accident Hazard regulations (COMAH)
Experienced technical leads for cross-sector decarbonisation for at least one of these work areas:
•Reducing fugitive methane emissions, in particular from refineries and onshore oil and gas extraction
•Waste gasification and low carbon fuel
•Hydrogen production and use (fixed-term)
•Carbon capture and usage (fixed-term)
Experienced project manager to lead larger projects and prepare the EA for new duties. We imminently need to deliver the strategies, tools, and systems for Decarbonisation Readiness for combustion and incineration plants.
You’ll need to:
•Provide expert support and technical leadership through advice, guidance, and training
•Develop strategy for our sectors and produce the tools to regulate, support development and deliver environmental outcomes
•Commission and manage external research projects where needed
You’ll have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan. We’ll support you to find an incident role to suit your needs and circumstances. Appropriate training will be given.
We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel, but some travel and overnight stays may be required.
The UK’s strategy to deliver Net Zero is driving a transformation in the energy sectors as they’re responsible for 24% of UK Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions. They’ll need to fully decarbonise by 2050 whilst doubling electricity production. Concerns about energy security provide additional pressures to quickly transition to new sustainable sources of power, whilst maximising domestic sources of energy.
Through effective regulation, we must ensure that energy sectors protect people and the environment from emissions, as well as mitigating and adapting to the impacts of climate change.
We’re recruiting for 5 permanent/fixed-term vacancies (further information in additional information document):
Experienced sector leads;
•Large and medium combustion plant
•Waste incineration
•Refineries and fuel production (fixed-term)
•The Control of Major Accident Hazard regulations (COMAH)
Experienced technical leads for cross-sector decarbonisation for at least one of these work areas:
•Reducing fugitive methane emissions, in particular from refineries and onshore oil and gas extraction
•Waste gasification and low carbon fuel
•Hydrogen production and use (fixed-term)
•Carbon capture and usage (fixed-term)
Experienced project manager to lead larger projects and prepare the EA for new duties. We imminently need to deliver the strategies, tools, and systems for Decarbonisation Readiness for combustion and incineration plants.
You’ll need to:
•Provide expert support and technical leadership through advice, guidance, and training
•Develop strategy for our sectors and produce the tools to regulate, support development and deliver environmental outcomes
•Commission and manage external research projects where needed
You’ll have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan. We’ll support you to find an incident role to suit your needs and circumstances. Appropriate training will be given.
We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel, but some travel and overnight stays may be required.
The Energy and COMAH team are part of Radioactive Substances and Industry Regulation in the Environment & Business (E&B) Directorate. Our technical experts lead on the definition of standards for our sectors and provide:
•Strategic direction, tools and support our regulation of energy sectors
•Project outcomes to prepare for new duties
•Research into environmental best practice
In E&B we use evidence, expertise, and innovation to enhance and support delivery, influence policy, legislation and secure resources.
•Strategic direction, tools and support our regulation of energy sectors
•Project outcomes to prepare for new duties
•Research into environmental best practice
In E&B we use evidence, expertise, and innovation to enhance and support delivery, influence policy, legislation and secure resources.
In your capability-based answers please demonstrate your:
•Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures and actively encourage others to consider diversity issues in their work
•Relevant technical and regulatory knowledge, and experience of the work area for the role in question, gained either by working within and/or regulating relevant processes. To include knowledge of control measures for emissions to air where relevant
•Ability to build and maintain good relationships with colleagues, operators, partner regulators, government, and academia
•Ability to achieve results, with a proven track record of successful implementation and facilitating change across an organisation
•Ability to work on your own initiative, take decisions and solve problems
•Excellent communication and influencing skills – you’ll be able to identify your audience, understand their needs, and use an effective and engaging style of communication
•Experience and/or knowledge of project management would be a benefit (Project Manager)
•Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures and actively encourage others to consider diversity issues in their work
•Relevant technical and regulatory knowledge, and experience of the work area for the role in question, gained either by working within and/or regulating relevant processes. To include knowledge of control measures for emissions to air where relevant
•Ability to build and maintain good relationships with colleagues, operators, partner regulators, government, and academia
•Ability to achieve results, with a proven track record of successful implementation and facilitating change across an organisation
•Ability to work on your own initiative, take decisions and solve problems
•Excellent communication and influencing skills – you’ll be able to identify your audience, understand their needs, and use an effective and engaging style of communication
•Experience and/or knowledge of project management would be a benefit (Project Manager)
We’re committed to having an inclusive workforce reflecting the communities we serve, so welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds.
We promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture where everyone feels valued.
Join candidate information call about these roles on 28/02/2023 12:00-13:00hrs
For information about working for us, additional information about the roles, team, candidate call, and how to apply please read the candidate pack and additional information document
Please contact bruce.bethune@environment-agency.gov.uk discuss queries, working patterns, base locations etc.
Applications will be “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions.
Interviews will be held during April 2023 using MS Teams. You’ll be interviewed on your technical knowledge and competencies.
We’ll hold a reserve list for 6 months, you may be offered an alternative post
We promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive culture where everyone feels valued.
Join candidate information call about these roles on 28/02/2023 12:00-13:00hrs
For information about working for us, additional information about the roles, team, candidate call, and how to apply please read the candidate pack and additional information document
Please contact bruce.bethune@environment-agency.gov.uk discuss queries, working patterns, base locations etc.
Applications will be “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions.
Interviews will be held during April 2023 using MS Teams. You’ll be interviewed on your technical knowledge and competencies.
We’ll hold a reserve list for 6 months, you may be offered an alternative post
23/03/2023, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Achieves Results
It is your answers given to these questions that will be used for interview selection. More information on how to answer competency questions can be found on page 10 of the candidate pack. It is highly recommended that you read this before answering. Please refer to the EA Capability Dictionary here https://en.calameo.com/read/004433680aab41adf893b for guidance on how to support your answers.
Please consider the situation, task, action, and result (STAR) when structuring your answers.
Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.
Please consider the situation, task, action, and result (STAR) when structuring your answers.
Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.
Communicates Effectively
It is your answers given to these questions that will be used for interview selection. More information on how to answer competency questions can be found on page 10 of the candidate pack. It is highly recommended that you read this before answering. Please refer to the EA Capability Dictionary here https://en.calameo.com/read/004433680aab41adf893b for guidance on how to support your answers.
Please consider the situation, task, action, and result (STAR) when structuring your answers.
Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
Please consider the situation, task, action, and result (STAR) when structuring your answers.
Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
It is your answers given to these questions that will be used for interview selection. More information on how to answer competency questions can be found on page 10 of the candidate pack. It is highly recommended that you read this before answering. Please refer to the EA Capability Dictionary here https://en.calameo.com/read/004433680aab41adf893b for guidance on how to support your answers.
Please consider the situation, task, action, and result (STAR) when structuring your answers.
Finds and delivers optimal solutions by effectively analysing all the information, probing to develop alternatives and taking sound and timely decisions.
Please consider the situation, task, action, and result (STAR) when structuring your answers.
Finds and delivers optimal solutions by effectively analysing all the information, probing to develop alternatives and taking sound and timely decisions.
Influences and Persuades Others
It is your answers given to these questions that will be used for interview selection. More information on how to answer competency questions can be found on page 10 of the candidate pack. It is highly recommended that you read this before answering. Please refer to the EA Capability Dictionary here https://en.calameo.com/read/004433680aab41adf893b for guidance on how to support your answers.
Please consider the situation, task, action, and result (STAR) when structuring your answers.
Presenting a case in a convincing and attractive way that will win people over, encouraging them to follow plans willingly; often succeeding where logic and reason alone would fail.
Please consider the situation, task, action, and result (STAR) when structuring your answers.
Presenting a case in a convincing and attractive way that will win people over, encouraging them to follow plans willingly; often succeeding where logic and reason alone would fail.
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
This Vacancy is closed to applications.